21.   Structural problems, ranging from falling real estate prices to excessive payrolls, are hindering growth.

22.   That may hinder economic growth just as Switzerland emerges from its worst period of economic stagnation since World War II, during which unemployment soared to record levels.

23.   That has not hindered their growth, thanks to a couple of key marketing innovations within the mutual fund industry.

24.   The big issue is whether the euro will be a bit too strong, so highly valued that it hinders European growth by making exports more expensive.

25.   These fears could hinder the growth of Internet commerce, he warned.

26.   Though some analysts are more optimistic than they were a few months ago, they say a weak European economy continues to hinder earnings growth for chemical companies.

27.   Too much oxygen is toxic, but too little can hinder tissue growth.

28.   While many applauded the move, some economists fear the results could be short-lived or hinder economic growth.

29.   A strong stock market would go a long way in buoying sentiment among consumers, whose reluctance to spend has hindered growth.

30.   Brazilian diplomats and military leaders believe it could hinder the growth of a defense system for the Mercosur trade bloc, the newspaper said.